“Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 is going to be interesting while also possibly upsetting some fans. Spoilers indicate that the upcoming installment focuses on the Team 7 leader, Konohamaru Sarutobi, who might be meeting a new love interest.
The fact that “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 is going to be another filler installment, many fans have voiced their concerns online. Some are frustrated because the several previous episodes have all been standalone fillers. However, there are still others excited about the next episode, titled “Konohamaru and Lemon,” because the upcoming episode will likely offer a fun story on Boruto’s close friend and mentor.
‘Boruto: Naruto Next Generations’ episode 116 spoilers: Boruto, Konohamaru discuss relationships
The teasers and synopsis of “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 is very straightforward about the upcoming events. The brief promo video shows Boruto bringing up the topic of relationships in a conversation with Konohamaru. This discussion will likely coincide with the time they meet a lady named Lemon.
Based on the synopsis of “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116, Lemon is a tourist in the Konohagakure village who will need help when someone starts stalking her. Lemon is at Hidden Leaf for some sightseeing, but his clothes and jewelry are described as expensive, which likely caught the attention of her stalker. Luckily, Konohamaru and Boruto will be around to keep her safe.
The duo then decides to accompany Lemon for the rest of her tour. One of the teasers (via OrganicDinosaur) indicates that Konohamaru later gets “warm feelings” for Lemon. Interestingly, when Boruto asks his mentor about his prospects on having a relationship, the “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 preview shows that Konohamaru remains entirely focus on his job as a shinobi.
‘Boruto: Naruto Next Generations’ episode 116 spoilers: Fans ask, ‘What about Hanabi?’
Avid fans are now asking the question, “What about Hanabi.” Konohamaru is single, but previous events in the series established that he has a special connection with Hanabi. “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 is going to be just a filler, as mentioned, meaning Lemon is most likely not going to be a regular character of the series.
That means that Lemon is unlikely going to be Konohamaru’s love interest for real. But whether his relationship with Hanabi will develop is also unknown. “Boruto: Naruto Next Generations” episode 116 will air on Sunday, July 21.
